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Shoutout to Summer Bowman, Maci Guay, and Benecio Sandoval for their amazing research presentations at the 5th Annual Science Influencers' Symposium! Summer took 1st with her rose cultivars research, and Maci & Benecio tied for 2nd! Keep sharing your science! 🔭

Celebrating Dr. Shannon Norris Parish and her work connecting food, agriculture, and national security! So grateful for the impact she's making!👏#foodsecurity #aglife

Shoutout to Ty G. Sutton on successfully defending his work! 🎉 We're so proud of all the hard work he's brought to the ALED department! We'll miss you, Ty, but can't wait to see you graduate in December and pursue your next adventure in law school! Best of luck! 👏

Big shoutout to our senior Ag Ed students from Texas A&M for lending a hand at the Katy ISD livestock selection day. Thanks to Katy ISD ag teachers, especially Gerald Young, for the warm welcome and sharing your knowledge!🐷🐐🐓

We're excited to invite you to the 4th Annual Science Influencers Research Symposium at Texas A&M University! 🗓️ Thursday, Nov. 13⏰ 2-5 PM CST 💻 Microsoft Teams (virtual) USDA Science Influencers will present their summer 2025 research & internship projects!🔬

Dr. Nelson’s ALED course on Designing & Delivering Effective Youth Programs welcomed Todd Grier, Outdoor Adventures Director at TAMU Rec!🏕️ He shared powerful insights on staff training, program strategies, and student resources that elevate youth engagement!

Super excited to announce Hannah Gerken’s promotion to Extension Program Specialist II! 🎉 Her dedication to supporting Extension professionals and advancing leadership in agriculture education continues to make an incredible impact. Congratulations Hannah! 👏

Show your Aggie pride with Texas A&M Collegiate FFA Alumni apparel! 🎓👕 From caps to polos, fishing shirts to rain jackets — customize with ALEC or COALS logos. Order by October 10! 🚨 📱 Contact Randy Lund | rlund@tamu.edu
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Join Texas A&M’s Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communications Costa Rica Education Abroad program! 🗺️ Discover waterfalls, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant culture—all while earning academic credit! Apply by September 30! 🗓️ Register down below! alec.tamu.edu/international-…

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Dooley on achieving Professor Emerita status!!🙌 Her leadership, scholarship and dedication to agricultural leadership, education, and communication at Texas A&M have left an incredible impact on student, colleagues, and the ALEC community.

We are happy to share that the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications in @aglifesciences has announced Stacey Vincent as its new department head! Please help us welcome him! Learn more: tx.ag/Vincent

The REEU-ECN invites you to their REEU Ready? Workshop Series: Mastering Public Speaking🗣️ Dr. Craig Rotter will be presenting, sharing strategies to boost your confidence, engage audiences and deliver impactful presentations! Join us by registering at: forms.office.com/r/U1YaDkm3w3

Former ALEC Aggie, Alice Gonzalez Yates, has been appointed CEO of the George and Barbara Bush Foundation. Please join us in congratulating Alice on this prestigious appointment! @BushFdn @aglifesciences Read more about Alice and her journey here: tx.ag/AliceGonzalezY…

For over 40 years, ALEC Aggies have gained invaluable hands-on experience through internships at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Learn more about how this program has shaped the careers of current and former students at the link: tx.ag/AggiesAtHLSR

Don't forget you're invited to the AGCJ Social next Wednesday, February 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in AGLS 129 🥳 Today is the deadline to RSVP so be sure to visit the link to sign up: tx.ag/sVtACDp We can't wait to see you there!

We're seeking a passionate, full-time Assistant Professor of Practice in Agricultural Education to join our team. This Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position offers a 9-month academic appointment starting August 1, 2025. Learn more and apply at: apply.interfolio.com/161820

Meet the 2024-2025 ALEC Aggie Reps! These students serve as department liaisons, helping with prospective student visits, facilitating staff appreciation events and supporting student outreach. Talk to to an officer if you're interested in joining for the 2025-2026 school year!

We're so proud to see our #FormerStudent Nate Jackson's journey and success featured in FFA New Horizons! From classroom to career, this passionate Aggie is truly paving his own path in agriculture. 🌾👏 @NationalFFA Read more about Nate's story here: ffa.org/the-feed/hats-…

Are you interested in studying in the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communications? You're in the right place! Learn more about our program options on our website: alec.tamu.edu/degrees-and-pr… Or, contact an advisor today for questions: alec.tamu.edu/academic-advis…

Happy New Year from our department to you! Can you believe we're already two days into 2025? We hope your year has started with joy and renewed energy as we embrace the possibilities this year brings. Cheers to an amazing year ahead! #TamuAlec